New Tool Tracks Psychedelic Effects In Brain Neurons In Minutes Rather Than Hours
Researchers at the University of California Davis have developed a groundbreaking tool to swiftly track neurons and biomolecules activated by psychedelic drugs. This non-invasive method, called CaST for Ca2+-activated Split-TurboID, has been described in research recently published in Nature Methods and reported by Neuroscience News. The new protein-based tool provides unprecedented insights into the neuroplastic effects of psychedelics, promising advancements in treatments for brain disorders like depression and PTSD.
Rapid Tagging Revolutionizes Research
As described by the study authors, CaST stands out due to its speed, achieving cellular tagging in just 10 to 30 minutes, a significant improvement over traditional methods that take hours. This accelerated process is set to enhance research efficiency and guide the development of therapies with fewer side effects by pinpointing the cellular mechanisms psychedelics target.
The UC Davis …